Across the Lake Swim
Kids Shore Splash!

Presented by Beem Credit Union

July 18th, 2026

Kelowna, bc, canada

A Super Fun Swim For Kids Aged 5-12
Distances
.025km
.05km
Route
Point-to-Point
Point-to-Point
Avg Water Temp
23°C

  • Details

    Been Credit UnionThis is a super fun, super safe swim for kids between the ages of 5-12! The idea is simply to have FUN! The swims are along the shore in very shallow water. In fact, most kids can stand up and run if they wanted to (and many do!). We want kids to get comfortable in the water and learn to swim with others in a non-competitive environment, and have the thrill of finishing under our arch while spectators cheer them on. Parents are welcome to be along the shore to encourage their child!

    Each participant will receive a latex swim cap, towel and a finisher’s medal at the end.

    The swims are under the supervision and management of experienced adult swimmers, with lifeguards nearby.

    Pre-registration is required.

    Note: If your child is an experienced swimmer, this is not the swim for them! Please do not enter your child if they have competitive swimming experience in a club environment.

  • Sponsors

    Title

    Beem Credit Union

  • Course

    .025km:

    .05km:

  • Schedule

    DateStart TimeEnd TimeEventPlace
    Sat, Jul 187:00 amArrive at Start Area Hot Sands Beach, City Park, Kelowna, B.C.
    Sat, Jul 187:40 am25m Swim start Hot Sands Beach, City Park, Kelowna, B.C.
    Sat, Jul 187:45 am50m Swim Start Hot Sands Beach, City Park, Kelowna, B.C.

    Times are subject to change.

  • Package Pickup

    You can pick up packages on Thursday, July 17th and Friday, July 18th, or the morning of the swim. The location for the Thursday and Friday pickup is Fresh Air, 1656 Dilworth Drive, Kelowna.

    The kids receive a latex swim cap that must be worn for the swim. If they are allergic to latex, please advise us when picking up the package and we can change it with a silicone cap.

  • Updates

    • There are currently no updates.

  • FAQ

    Yes, each participant will receive a medal.

    No, the Kids Shore Splash! is not a timed event.

    Yes and no. There are public washrooms at the Finish Line but no showers. There is an outdoor shower at the Kelowna finish line.

    There is plenty of parking in the City Park parking lot if you get there early. If the lot is full, you can park 1 block away in the Chapman Parkade on Lawrence Avenue, or along the street.

    The water temperature averages 19-21C on swim day. In 2013 we had a very warm summer which resulted in a record 23C temp!

    No, the swim is along the shore in very shallow water, so there is no room for parents to swim. Parents can walk along the beach to watch your child.

    No, we do not supply lifejackets.

    Also check out our general FAQ's here

  • Parking

    City Park has limited parking available. Get there early!

    If the lot is full, there is plenty of free street parking, or park in the Chapman Parkade which is one block away on Lawrence Ave, also free.

    The swim is in City Park so there is no need to catch the bus!

  • Results

    Sorry, we do not track results for this swim.

  • Photos

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Across the Lake Swim Kids Shore Splash! is located on the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the syilx/Okanagan people.

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